Centre for
Indian Knowledge Systems

The Centre for IKS will be an autonomous unit driving multidisciplinary research in Indian Knowledge Systems.

Chanakya University is dedicated to the service of society through excellence in teaching, knowledge development, and practical contributions. Central to its mission is a commitment to Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS), reflecting the wisdom and knowledge derived from India’s rich civilizational heritage. The establishment of a dedicated Centre for IKS will be a transformative step in realizing this commitment.

Published by CIKS Team

A collection of insightful articles published by the CIKS Team, covering sustainable agriculture, indigenous knowledge, and rural development practices.

Explore diverse courses by the Centre of Excellence in IKS, focusing on ancient Indian sciences, philosophy, culture, and traditional knowledge systems.

16

Mar
2026

Comparative Aesthetics – Indian and Western

Time : March 16, 2026

Location :

Kārttika Kāvya Dīpotsava - Kavigoṣṭī

March 1, 2026

Symposium on Indian Astronomy and Mathematics

February 27, 2026

India’s Astral Sciences Before Āryabhaṭa: Internal Developments and External Echoes

February 26, 2026

Lectures on Sino-Indian History of Science

February 23, 2026 - February 27, 2026

by CIKS

A collection of insightful articles published by the CIKS Team, covering sustainable agriculture, indigenous knowledge, and rural development practices.

by CIKS

A collection of insightful articles published by the CIKS Team, covering sustainable agriculture, indigenous knowledge, and rural development practices.

Kauṭilya Uvāca: Seeking Interest in the Adversary’s Prosperity

Author(s) : Vinayak Rajat Bhat, Tejusvi Shukla

Year : April–June 2024

Grahaṇamukura – a sixteenth century indian manual for the calculation of eclipses

Author(s) : B.S. Shylaja, Ramakrishna Pejathaya and Seetharama Javagal

Year : March 2024

Representation of the Midnight Sun in Greek and Indian Astronomical Texts

Author(s) : Ramakrishna Pejathaya, Vinay Iyer

Year : 2022

Impact of COVID-19 on Environment and Lessons from Indian Culture

Author(s) : Subbarao Jayanti, Vinayak Rajat Bhat

Year : 2022

Symposium on Indian Astronomy and Mathematics: Methods, Texts, and Global Perspectives

Organised by the Centre for Indian Knowledge Systems, Chanakya University, the Symposium on Indian Astronomy and Mathematics: Methods, Texts, and Global Perspectives was held on 27 February 2026, bringing together faculty members, students, and research scholars for a deeply engaging intellectual exchange. The symposium featured three distinguished speakers whose life-long engagement with Indian knowledge traditions

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A Two-day Lecture Series on Sino–Indian History of Science

Overview The Centre for Indian Knowledge Systems at Chanakya University organised a two-day lecture series on Sino–Indian History of Science, delivered by Prof. Bill M. Mak, Professor at the University of Science and Technology of China and Research Associate at the Needham Research Institute, Cambridge. The programme commenced with opening remarks by Prof. Yashavantha Dongre,

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Special Guest Lecture on ‘Evolution of Art and Architecture in Bengal: From Sindhu-Sarasvati Period to the Modern Day.’

On Wednesday, 18th February 2026, the Centre for Indian Knowledge Systems organized a special guest lecture titled ‘Evolution of Art and Architecture in Bengal: From Sindhu-Sarasvati Period to the Modern Day’ by Sri Halley Goswami, an independent scholar and artist from Kolkata. The lecture highlighted the rich legacy of architecture, sculpture, and painting of Bengal

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Report on Bharatadarshini Exhibition 

The Centre for Indian Knowledge Systems (CIKS) organized Bharatadarshini, an exhibition of handmade posters and student projects, on the occasion of the International Conference on Bharatiya Management conducted by the School of Management. The exhibition was led by Kanakavalli Madam, whose guidance and encouragement played a key role in the successful organization of the event.  The exhibition was held on 22nd and 23rd

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